There is something so indulgent about foods that require you to eat with your hands. Touching your food creates a connection to it that appeals on some basic primitive level. Sitting down to a big pot of mussels definitely gives this primal pleasure—all the more because searching each little shell is a little like a […]
One easy elegant main dish with flavor packed leftovers. I started out to create one recipe and got two pork leftover recipes instead! It’s always extra satisfying when a night’s work does double duty. The initial idea was inspired by the tomatillos themselves. They have a beautiful, bright acidity that’s very refreshing and perfect for summer. I […]
Arroz con leche, or rice pudding, was a favorite of mine as a kid. Not many desserts have a children’s song named after them, so right away you know that it has to be good. I recently got a craving to revive this classic, but I thought the texture could use a little tweak. I […]
These drumsticks are perfect for a romantic movie night with someone special or just a casual evening with friends when you want something fun and finger-licking good, but that still has a sophisticated flavor profile that will impress your buds. I recently made them for just such an evening, and every last one was quickly […]
I lived in Los Angeles for many years and loved to buy the occasional bag of fruit slices from street vendors in the Mexican and Central American neighborhoods of town. Each bag would come with a lime wedge and a chili powder mix in which to dip your fruit slices. It was so refreshing on […]
Ensalada de Gallina is a very traditional Venezuelan dish served on a wide variety of occasions. My mom and grandma always prepare it as part of the holiday spread, presented all dressed up in a beautiful bowl. However, you’re just as likely to find it sold by street vendors and at casual areperas layered with […]